Deadpool & Wolverine: Van Jamz Soundtrack

Gear up, chimichanga aficionados and mutant fans! Right in front of our very eyes, the long-awaited Deadpool & Wolverine film is here, with a soundtrack full of so much eclectic energy that it just parallels the chaotic good—or shall we say, bad?—of the movie itself.

Dive into “Van Jamz,” the thematic connects throughout the tracklist, the comedy underpinning it, and the story hints that can be inferred from the songs selected for the playlist.

A Soundtrack Fit for a Bromance—Maybe Some Explosions

The “Van Jamz” moniker—straight-up lovely—is a nod to Deadpool’s red-and-black-muscle-car signature, and it sets the stage for what will be anything but a conventional soundtrack: from nostalgic classics to unexpected pop hits, with even a meta-reference or two, bound together by Deadpool’s trademark fourth-wall-breaking humor.

Unveiling the Secrets of the Playlist: A Song-by-Song Analysis

Let’s break down the “Van Jamz” one power ballad (or maybe not) at a time:

“Only You (And You Alone)” – The Platters

This classic love song comes across as slightly ironic. While it does suggest Deadpool and Wolverine getting closer to romance, it could be a lighthearted reference toward their codependence.

“Bye Bye Bye” – NSYNC

This late 90’s anthem would playfully make fun of Wolverine’s adamantium claws, making a trail of “byes” wherever he goes. Alternatively, it might set a tone for the two characters going their separate ways.

“Angel of the Morning” – Merrilee Rush & the Turnabouts

A song whose title maybe speaks to Wolverine’s gruff exterior that camouflages a shockingly sentimental core, this might have infused some of that at times unintended tenderness within.

“Slash” – Stray Kids

This high-energy K-Pop perfectly captures Deadpool’s chaotic fighting style and penchant for senseless, over-the-top violence. It is a telltale sign that things are about to get wild.

“Glamorous” – Fergie

This one’s pure Deadpool. The song’s braggadocious nature and party vibes go hand-in-glove with his over-the-top personality and love for the spotlight, even when that spotlight is usually on fire.

“Iris” – The Goo Goo Dolls

Such a melancholic ballad could provide an emotional anchor to the film. Maybe it would denote someone’s background or a tender moment between Deadpool and Wolverine.

“The Power of Love” by Huey Lewis and the News

Another classic track from Back to the Future that injects the list with a bit of laughs and nostalgia. Can it be interpreted as a nod to the time-traveling antics within the movie itself?

“I’m a Ramblin’ Man” by Waylon Jennings

An outlaw anthem that speaks to Wolverine’s wandering ways, going from place to place, with an added feel of ruggedness to its overall vibe.

“You Belong to Me” – Patsy Cline (feat. The Jordanaires)

Another love tease, perhaps? Or maybe it’s even more—signifying a deeper connection between these two very unlikely heroes, a sense of belonging they find in each other.

“The Lady in Red” by Chris de Burgh

This cheese of a classic screams Deadpool. It’s a hilarious and unexpected choice, and it may be a meta nod to Hugh Jackman’s previous life as a musical theater performer.

“I’m With You” – Avril Lavigne:

This pop-punk anthem from the early 2000s really brings on the youth to the playlist. It might suggest a younger character, or just one of those ‘buddy-buddy’ moments between Deadpool and Wolverine.

“The Greatest Show” – Zac Efron and Zendaya and Hugh Jackman and Keala Settle and The Greatest Showman ensemble

This bombastic number from “The Greatest Showman” with Hugh Jackman himself is just a hilarious meta-reference. It is a wink at the audience, playfully nodding at Jackman’s musical talents.

“You’re the One That I Want” – Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta

This one’s just another green-as-ever love song. This pick lends a bit more comic irony to the playlist. But, of course, it could also apply in a light-hearted way to a budding romance between unlikely characters.

“I’ll Be Seeing You” by Jimmy Durante

This crooning classic does add a dash of old-timey charm that could be a sentimental nod to Wolverine’s long history. Maybe it will foreshadow some sort of reunion or a farewell.

“Make Me Lose Control” by Eric Carmen

This synth-heavy ’80s track could go one of two or three ways—it’s either trying to match the frenetic pace of Deadpool’s fighting style or relate to another one of the characters having a more emotionally vulnerable moment.

“You’re All I Need to Get By” (with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra) – Aretha Franklin

This powerful soul ballad sets a completely contrasting tone from the previous ones, becoming ever more serious. It may foreshadow a moment of heroism or selflessness calling for attention to the core values unifying Deadpool and Wolverine despite being very different in personality.

“Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” – Green Day

This graduation song classic takes a rather comic tone in the context of the film. Could it be used playfully, perhaps when some poor character has bitten the dust (most probably a villain’s demise), or as a sarcastic sendoff to some notably tough mission?

“X Gon’ Give It to Ya” – DMX

This in-your-face rap really brings some hip-hop cool to the proceedings, but more to the point, it captures Deadpool’s take-no-prisoners fighting style. It’s an obvious tip-off that things are about to get very real.

More Than Just a Playlist: A Soundtrack with Easter Eggs

This “Van Jamz” playlist may not be the only place to find some awesome tunes from the film. Deadpool notoriously breaks the fourth wall, so the soundtrack could include a plethora of unexpected needle drops or snippets of songs used for a joke.

The Final Score: A Soundtrack That’s Deadpool & Wolverine in a Nutshell

The “Van Jamz” playlist in Deadpool & Wolverine is a pro, track-for-track, to perfectly suit the tone of the movie. There’s some funny action and emotional deep stuff, probably, to reflect the chaotic, weirdly lovable pairing of Deadpool and Wolverine.

It had some really purposefully placed songs to drive home the humor, hint at the narrative, or set up the mood for action. This “Van Jamz” soundtrack accommodates every track in a wild ride as unpredictable as Deadpool himself and sets the audience up to witness an explosion of chemistry between two iconic Marvel characters.